Fang Litan Anthology. Volume 4: Buddhist Philosophy

Author: Fang Litian
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Publish Date: 2006-10-31
Features: Among various religions, Buddhism possesses the richest and most diverse philosophical content. This volume briefly discusses the composition and schools of Buddhist philosophy, its historical evolution, and important works. It also explores and elaborates on the fundamental concepts of Buddhist philosophy, including its life values, cosmological elements theory, cosmological structure theory, cosmological generation theory, as well as metaphysics and epistemology. This approach highlights the overall ideological landscape and theoretical characteristics of the Buddhist philosophical system. The book also explains the important philosophical concepts of Buddhism, such as "emptiness," "equality," and "compassion." Additionally, it compares the differences in life philosophies between Confucianism and Buddhism, as well as the distinct thought patterns of Chinese and Indian Buddhism. Finally, it discusses the modern value of Chinese Buddhist philosophy, aiming to deepen the overall understanding of it.